THURSDAY, AUGUST 9, 1962 THE MICHIG~AN D1AILY 'bir-4v ._ a _ _ . . -PAGE'THREEm s GIFTED TEACHERS: Trow Notes Quality Of U.S. Educators In a recent article in the Uni- versity's "School of Education Bul- letin," Prof. William Trow, a mem- ber of the department asserts that the "gifted" teacher has never existed, but that despite this, the quality of education will not suffer in the long run. A truly gifted teacher would necessarily have to be one who can do all things pertinent to her job well. "Of course there are many good teachers, but they are rarely good at everything. They may be good at explaining things, but slow at returning corrected papers. They may have an excellent French pronunciation and a charming smile but be unable to keep or- der," he asserts. Quality Varies Prof. Trow admits that these "good" teachers are sometimes thought of as being gifted, but questions how many anyone has had during his educational career. "Some people can recall one or two they have had - although their classmates might not agree. Pupil characterizations of their teachers have run the gamut from 'sour puss,' 'old meanie,' 'crab,' 'crook' and 's.o.b.' to 'sweety pie,' 'mamma's boy' and 'old hickory'!" Teaching Machines This difference in opinion on the part of students may find its end in the near future "with the development of individualized in- struction that programmed learn- ing is bringing within the realm of actuality" since it may be pos- sible to develop instruments cap- able of measuring teachers abili- ties directly and to provide in- struction at the point where each pupil needs it, allowing him to go on from there, Prof. Trow states. "When this is done, it will be possible to make intelligent udge- inents about the preparation of those who will be responsible for the different teaching tasks," he adds. 'The Truth' "The truth is that the teacher's job is an impossible one-some doa it surprisingly well, all things con-, sidered, but they do not do it well enough. "No one person can be a com- plete subject-matter specialist," he philosophized.J to, offer .Bell Concert Todayf Compositions by J. S. Bach,y Rachmaninov, Percival Price and1 composors of the 17th Century will be presented today at 7:15 p.m. in an "Extraordinary Bell Con-1 cert" presented at Burton Tower under the auspices of the musict school. The Zvon Ringers, a group of music students, carillonneurs Al- bert Gerkin and Sidney Giles, withf Price conducting, will play the< Baird Carrillon at the recital. 1 Interlochen Teaches Arts To Students There's music in the air in Michigan this summer, and it's coming from two University "cam- puses." About 400 students are currently attending the music schools' sum- mer session on the central campus, and about 220 are studying musical instruments or theory in the Uni- versity division at the National Music Camp at Interlochen. "The Ann Arbor classes are well known, but I think far fewer per- sons know that the University is active in teaching at Interlochen which, perhaps has become better known as a high school level camp," James Wallace, dean of the music school, said. Varied Arts Courses "At Interlochen, we teach courses in music, drama, art, dance, speech and camp counseling --all under the director of a fac- ulty and staff of 35 people, headed by Eugene Troth of the music education department. Interlochen has become well known throughout the country and each year many talented students in elementary, high school and from some colleges apply for ad- mission. Some special talent (gen- erally in a performing art) must be exhibited. After Scholarships There are numerous scholar- ships for students unable to af- ford the Interlochen fees. Monday, President John F. Ken- nedy was visited by the National High School Symphony Orchestra when it played on the White House lawn. The group tradition- ally goes on tour each summer, playing before a variety of celeb- rities, sometimes in foreign coun- tries. The University currently is ad- vising and consulting with Prof.- professor - emeritus Joseph E. Maddy, camp founder, on the es- tablishment of the Interlochen Arts Academy, which would be a highly specialized high school em- phasizing music and the related arts, but including all other courses approriate to the modern high school cirriculum. -Daily-Michael de Gaetano IN A RUT-These workers were excavating land in construction work which will enable the Water- man Power Station to deliver an additional 8,000 kilowatts to various buildings on East University Street, including East and West Engineering, East Medical Bldg., the new Physics Astronomy Bldg., East Quadrangle, and the Randall Laboratory. The work, which should be completed by Sep- tember, consists of laying a new cable the length of the street. Currently, the power station is over- loaded, and it was feared that the power needed by the Physics Astronomy Bldg. would prove too much for the existing supply.t SHEFFIELD EXCHANGE PLAN: School Helps To Send Students Abroad By BARBARA LAZARUS The University offers its stu- dents a unique six week program in speed reading and better study habits. Located at 1610 Washtenaw, this college service is a branch of the special studies division of the psy- chology department. A staff of trained personnel instruct the 250- 300 students presently enrolled in the course. The program, established in 1952, is designed to help the col- lege student meet problems which are often encountered in aca- demic work. It helps to speed up the extremely slow reader and, even more important, improve his learning efficiency and retention. Bad Readers There is much flexibility in say- ing what makes a poor reader. Many poor readers read quickly, but miss the context of what they read. Others read so slowly they lose the train of thought or fail to finish assignments. A person reads material at different speeds: when he reads a novel he reads differently than when he reads a complicated textbook. There is no basis for saying every person must read all material quickly. Although it is difficult to deter- mine the average reader's rate, the national average is somewhere around 250 words per minute. The college student's range is probably between 275-300 words per minute. Two-Hour Session The student enrolled in the course attends two hour classes a week and also visits the reading lab for a one hour practice period. He should apply what he learns in class while studying for his regular courses. There is no pri- vate tutoring; however, individual problems can be dealt with. The classes instruct the student in proper ways to improve his reading. These techniques are con- stantly changing with more re- rearch on the processes of reading. The course relies on special reading machines which have a metal shutter to cover the material Powerful Employment IMPROVEMENT CENTER: Give Reading Betterment Service for' U' Students already read. The speed of the machine can be set for any reading rate. The reading comprehension of the students is checked con- stantly during the six weeks. Improvement Varies The improvement at the end of the course varies from student to student. Lately students have im- proved as much as double their previous speed. Some students im- prove from a half to a whole letter grade in their University courses after the reading course. This unique service is offered to any University student who feels he would like to give the time in improving his reading. -:4- DIAL 2-6264 i Ii 'l SHOWS START AT 1:00- 2:00-4:00-7:00 and 9:15 FEATURE STARTS AT 1:00 2;55-5:05-7:10 and 9:25 By ROBERT WAZEKA Prospective teachers have a uni- que opportunity available to them, due to the work of the Univer- sity's education school. A second semester program at Sheffield University in England, which began 10 years ago as a faculty exchange program, now allows candidates for teaching cer- tificates to gain practical teaching experience in England. American students participating in the pro- gram in Britain have taught at nearly all levels, ranging from elementary school to the univer- sity. American students enjoyed themselves immensley; found the English people friendly; discovered it relatively easy to adapt to the conditions; and were reluctant to1 leave. They were able to view thei United States from a different perspective through the British press and were able to gain anE insight into the British way oft life. Of particular advantage to the students was the inclusion ofz their trip on their scholastic rec- ords. Ruscoe Ribbed Gordon Ruscoe, Grad, expressed special interest in the British edu- cational system. He found the people friendly and easy to getc along with. The people never made him feel like an outsider and in fact, ribbed him about certainx aspects of American life. British students seemed to be better informed about the United States Presidential campaign than American students. Students of all beliefs, including Communist and fascist, are extremely active on the Sheffield campus. The British educational system stresses in- dividual reading and research rather than class recitations. Prestige Pub Much of the British students' social life is centered in the local pubs, since the drinking age is 18. However, these pubs can boast higher prestige in the eyes of British society than the bar does in ours and is usually the home for games of darts, scrabble, chess and discussions of all types. Dating seems to be the exception rather than the rule. The University, because of fine results the first year of the pro- gram, continued the exchange last year, sending nine students to Sheffield. If continued for 1963-64, juniors and seniors will be able to apply. Selections are made on the basis of academic record, faculty recom- mendations, possible contributions to the Sheffield community, and personal interviews. 1 DAILY OFFICIAL BULLETIN .. ..:}:{. }{.: {.{ .. tr.{"i... :r".f:..cr .. . . .. : n:. v r .i" :;:" . .r tt:: '""Y:4 ;;:Y:r.3..a... :r .... . . . . . . ..".h: .".. h.{.. bh 4.. 1Sf . " " S..W. Wh..".. ,... ..............1:4V::^aa..:1Yr4f::r...4."':"" a"" { (Continued from Page 2) ALL SEATS RESERVED, $2-$3-$4-$5-$6 Tickets on sale a, DISCOUNT RECORDS S337So. Main St., Ann Arbor1 MAIL ORDERS ACCEPTED, enclose self-addressed envelope. partial fulfillment of the degree Doc- tor of Musical Arts, Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies. He will play the compositions of Mozart, Brahms, and Beethoven. His recital is open to the public. Doctoral Recital: Raymond Lynch, oboist, will present a recital on Fri., Aug. 10, 4:15 p.m. in Lane Hall Aud. Last 2 weeks of /2-Year CLEARANCE Our Shop Is A Bargain Hunter's Paradise All Summer Dresses, Many Dark Spring and Fall Types, All Spring Coats, Summer, Handbags. Groups of Jewelry, Girdles, Bras, Gloves. Must go to make room for our Fall Stocks. Rack after rack of Dresses Originally $10.95 to $49.95 Now $5 to $25 Summer Bags Jewelry-Bras Shorter Sizes Girdles-Hats 101/ to 26/2; Petite sizes 10-22; and Whimsies! t egular sizes 8-44; Junior sizes 7-15; Tall 10-18. now at Unbelievable Drop in LOW between exams PRICES for cool relaxing shopping in partial fulfillment of the require-1 ments for the degree Doctor of MusicalI Arts, Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies. He will be accom- panied by Patricia Parker, pianist and harpsichordist. Compositions he will play are by Mozart, Sammartini, Fon- tayne, Damase and Piston. Open to the public. Astronomy Department Visitors' Night: Fri., Aug. 10, 8:30 p.m., Room 2003 An- gell Hall. Dr. Lawrence Aller will speak on "Galaxies." After the lecture the Student Observatory on the fifth floor of Angell Hail will be open for in- spection and for telescopic observa- tions of the Moon, Saturn and the Andromeda galaxy. Children welcomed, but must be ac- companied by adults. Placement POSITION OPENINGS: Janz & Knight, Birmingham, Mich.- Career opportunity for Bus. Ad. major desiring to become a Certified Public Accountant. Exper. in public or pri- vate acc't, helpful, although not re- quired. Must be under 30 & in a non- active military service classification. W. R. Grace & Co., Clarksville, Md. -Current openings for Chem. majors in following positions: Inorganic or Physical-Inorganic Chemists; Physical Chem.; Analytical Chem.; Information Center Head; Reference Librarian; & Literature Scientist. Local Vicinity-Position as Personal Property Appraiser for grad with degree in Accounting. No exper. required. Will verify personal property statements, dis- cover new personal property & main- tain personal prop, files. Physicians' Planning Service Corp., Detroit, Mich.-Man to sell life insur- ance to the young doctor market in Ann Arbor. Pref. Bus. Ad. degree but Liberal Arts acceptable. Two yrs. exper. in any field, OR possibly recent grad if he has shown leadership in college ORGANIZATION NOTICES French Club, Weekly Meeting, August 9, 3-5 p.m., 3050 Frieze Bldg. AIR CONDITIONED bkgd. & has had some public speaking bkgd. Should be in mid-twenties. Washington State Civil Service-Child welfare Executive - Completion of 2 yrs. grad trng. in school of social work & at least 4 yrs. full-time employment in public or private agency, providing child welfare case work services in posi- tions carrying responsibility of a con- sultative nature or prog. admin. For further information, please call General Div., Bureau of Appts., 3200 SAB, Ext. 3544. Part-Time Employment The following part-time jobs are available. Applications for these jobs can be made in the Part-time Place- ment Office, 2200 Student Activities Bldg., during the following hours: Mon. thru Fri. 8 a.m. til 12 noon and 1:30 til 5 p m. Employers desirous of hiring students for partitime or full-time temporary work, should contact Bob Hodges, Part- time Interviewer at NO 3-1511, ext. 3553. Students desiring miscellaneous odd jobs should consult the bulletin board in Room 2200, daily. MALE 1-Good commercial artist for news- paper advertising. Part-time or full- time. 80-Psychological Subjects. Must be stu- dents. At least one, 2 hour session. FEMALE 1-Good commercial artist for news- paper advertising. Part-time or full- time, 1-Food supervisor. Degree in dietetics or equivalent experience. Monday thru Friday, 4 p.m, to 8 p.m. DOMINICK'S PIZZAS-SUBS 812 Monroe WE DELIVER NO 2-5414 'U1L1A" retion 4. modern coaing DIAL 5-6290 HELD OVER! + UOOdith 2 W//son. @"Pthe A 1., r TONIGHT TOMORROW OP ERAS DOUBLE BILL __ __ _. _.__ _ -f l 2 GREAT UNIVERSITY PLAYERS, DEPT. 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